1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Ferrari F50. (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari F50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F50. (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
Model | F50 | CCX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |